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Old 01-23-2022, 04:07 PM   #78 (permalink)
Isaac Zachary
High Altitude Hybrid
 
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Avalon - '13 Toyota Avalon HV
90 day: 40.45 mpg (US)

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Originally Posted by JSH View Post
The version with a 4-speed auto is SLOW which makes passing on Mexican toll roads difficult. When you only have 95-105 hp you need the engine to stay at optimal RPM.

I've never driven through Mexico with anything more than an 82hp 1993 Mazda 323 with a slipping clutch. Usually I'd drive on the autopista in my 54hp VW non-turbo diesel.
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